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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Nursing)
Sikkim Manipal College of Nursing (SMCON), a constituent college of Sikkim Manipal University in Gangtok, offers a 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing with an annual intake of 100 seats. Admission is through the SMCON entrance examination conducted by the college itself. The total course fee is INR 6,06,000 for the full programme, and students receive clinical training at SMIMS, a major teaching hospital on the same campus.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Clinical rotations at SMIMS covering pediatrics, OBG, and mental health nursing
- Community health nursing field postings in Sikkim districts throughout the programme
- Graduates eligible for Sikkim Nursing Council registration upon course completion
SMU Sikkim B.Sc Nursing Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, General category) | INR 1,50,000 |
| Registration Fee (one-time) | INR 1,000 |
| Caution Deposit (refundable, one-time) | INR 5,000 |
| Hostel Charges (optional) | Charged separately |
| Total Fees (4-year programme, excluding hostel) | INR 6,06,000 |
- Tuition payable in two installments of INR 78,000 each per year.
- Caution deposit of INR 5,000 is refundable upon course completion.
- Sikkim Government Quota students pay a reduced annual tuition of INR 84,000.
SMU Sikkim B.Sc Nursing Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Entrance Examination | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Publication | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Pass 10+2 in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
- Minimum 45% aggregate in PCB for General category students
- Minimum 40% aggregate in PCB for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- Pass in English individually at the qualifying examination
- Age between 17 and 35 years as on December 31 of the admission year
- Medically fit as certified by a registered medical practitioner
Admission Process
- Register and apply online through the official SMCON admissions portal at smu.edu.in/smcon
- Appear in the SMCON entrance examination conducted by Sikkim Manipal College of Nursing
- Merit list prepared on the basis of entrance examination performance
- Shortlisted candidates complete document verification and produce original certificates at campus
- Pay admission fees and obtain seat confirmation from the college
- Report to the SMCON Gangtok campus for class commencement in August
✓ Opt for this if
- Planning a nursing career in Northeast India or Sikkim government service
- Prefer entrance test admission rather than NEET-UG pathway for nursing
- Want clinical exposure at a 750-bed teaching hospital on the same campus
- Looking for affordable nursing education compared to metro city institutions
- Interested in community health nursing roles in hilly or semi-urban areas
✗ Skip if
- Targeting placement at large metro hospitals with structured nursing career programmes
- Expecting a dedicated placement cell with pan-India hospital industry connections
- Need a college with higher national brand visibility outside the Northeast region
SMU Sikkim B.Sc Nursing Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UG Merit Scholarship | 15% tuition concession | Above 80% marks in Class 12 |
| UG Merit Scholarship | 10% tuition concession | 75% to 80% marks in Class 12 |
| Girl Child Scholarship | 20% tuition concession | Female students with family income below INR 8 Lakhs |
| Single Mother Scholarship | 20% tuition concession | Children of single mothers with family income below INR 8 Lakhs |
| Sports Achievement Scholarship | 30% tuition concession | National or international level sports representation |
| Divyang Scholarship | 20% concession 40% concession | PwD certificate, 40 to 75% disability for 20% Above 75% disability for 40% |
- Only one scholarship category applies per student at a time.
- Scholarship continuity requires maintaining a minimum CGPA of 7.5 each year.
SMU Sikkim B.Sc Nursing FAQs
Ques. Is NEET-UG compulsory for B.Sc Nursing admission at SMCON?
Ans. No, NEET-UG is not required for B.Sc Nursing admission at Sikkim Manipal College of Nursing. SMCON conducts its own entrance examination independently, and admission is based on the merit of that test. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with at least 45% aggregate marks to be eligible to appear in the SMCON entrance exam.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Nursing at SMCON SMU Sikkim?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Sc Nursing programme at SMCON is INR 6,06,000, excluding hostel. This includes annual tuition of INR 1,50,000, a one-time registration fee of INR 1,000, and a refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000. Hostel charges are billed separately. Sikkim Government Quota students pay a lower annual tuition of INR 84,000.
Ques. What clinical training do B.Sc Nursing students receive at SMCON?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing students at SMCON have structured clinical postings at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences, a 750-bed teaching hospital co-located with the campus. Rotations cover pediatric nursing, obstetrics and gynaecology, medical-surgical nursing, mental health nursing, and community health field postings, providing direct patient care experience across multiple clinical specialties during the 4-year programme.
Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Nursing from SMCON?
Ans. B.Sc Nursing graduates from SMCON can register with the Sikkim Nursing Council and work as staff nurses in hospitals, community health centres, or primary health posts across the region. Many graduates also appear for state and central government nursing recruitment examinations, or pursue M.Sc Nursing at SMCON for specialisation in areas like pediatrics, OBG, or mental health nursing.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Sc Nursing students at SMCON?
Ans. Yes, SMCON provides hostel facilities for B.Sc Nursing students at the Gangtok campus. Hostel charges are not included in the course fee and are billed separately each year. Students who require accommodation should apply for hostel allocation at the time of admission and confirm availability with the college admissions office.
Ques. Does B.Sc Nursing at SMCON have an age limit for applicants?
Ans. Yes, as per Indian Nursing Council norms, candidates applying for B.Sc Nursing at SMCON must be at least 17 years of age and not older than 35 years as on December 31 of the year of admission. All candidates must also submit a medical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner along with the admission documents.